A dangerous bacterial disease called leptospirosis has made an appearance in New Jersey that is infecting dogs. So far, five canines have been diagnosed with this potentially fatal disease.

About Leptospirosis

What is known about the disease is the urine of wild animals seems to be the source of transmission. This can lead to infected water sources such as ponds and puddles where the water supports the bacteria’s lifespan.

Signs Your Dog May be Infected

If your dog has access to wooded areas where mud and standing water are prevalent or is allowed to swim in ponds, he or she may be at risk of contracting the disease. Observe your dog for these signs:

– Loss of appetite

– Lack of energy

– Fever

– Frequent urination

– Inability to urinate

– Vomiting

– Nosebleeds

If infected, it could result in your pup suffering from kidney damage, liver failure, meningitis, and death.

Should your dog exhibit any of these symptoms, it’s recommended that you take your dog to the vet for testing. It’s also recommended that dog owners schedule a visit with their primary physician as leptospirosis is transmittable to humans.

Pest control in Ocean County NJ is available with a variety of services, including rodent and wildlife control, both of which are participants in generating leptospirosis.

If you want your yard to be free of wildlife, contact Allison Pest where pest control in Ocean County NJ is our top priority.

As it turns out, homeowners besieged by pests following the onslaught of heat and rain that’s plagued the U.S. over the course of 2017 are out of luck if they’re hoping for a winter pest respite. According to the recent National Pest Management Association’s Bug Barometer™ forecast for the upcoming season, those pests that usually disappear in the fall and winter will still be looking around for a home: Namely yours. And the NJ pest control company professionals at Allison want you to be prepared.

Your Northeast Spotlight:
The warmer weather this year, paired with heavier rainfall in many areas, is likely to have stinkbugs and ladybugs sprouting from every possible crevice into your home and automobile, particularly as temperatures drop – and rodents will join them. Until the weather cools, the tick population will continue to soar as well, as will mosquitoes, buoyed by the overly-wet weather.

Is your Home Ready for the Coming Invasion?
As heavy summer pest activity continues into the cold weather season, the creepy crawly factor isn’t the only concern: Many of these pests, such as rodents, ticks, and mosquitoes, carry diseases that put the human population at risk.

Prepare your home for the coming invasion. Manage your winter pest problems with the help of a trusted NJ pest control company. Learn more about the Ocean and Monmouth County services of Allison Pest Control today.

Rats have been scurrying around NJ for ages and providing plenty of demand for pest control in Ocean County NJ. They’re getting to be an even bigger problem these days, though. These rodents, which can transmit certain infectious diseases, have been running rampant in one part of NJ thanks to recent construction.

A Rise in Rat Populations

Residents in Waldwick, NJ have been complaining about a sharp increase in rat populations in the area. In fact, one resident ended up trapping more than 40 rats on his property. Locals claim that the problem started when workers began constructing an apartment complex in the area. The site used to be an abandoned lumber yard, which might have been housing all of these rats. Despite claims that the site was treated with pesticides before construction started, residents state that the rats became a problem shortly afterwards.

Keep Rats at Bay

Even if you don’t live in Waldwick, you should still take steps to prevent rats from infesting your property. This includes not leaving water or food sources around for them, securing garbage cans and putting bird feeders where rats can’t reach them. This should help reduce your risk of ending up with a rat problem in or around your home.

If you have a rat problem on your NJ property, contact Allison Pest Control. Our experts provide high-quality pest control in Ocean County NJ.

It’s no secret that cities have plenty of rodents and insects around, but how did they get this way? Our pest control Monmouth NJ professionals want you to learn more about these pests, so you can better understand why they’ve become such a problem over the years.

Urban Ecosystems

The development of communities within cities and the way cities have grown over the years has led to new ecosystems. Insects and rodents live within these ecosystems and learn how to adapt to them. Whether that means finding new sources of food or learning to find shelter, city pests excel at adjusting to life in urban and suburban communities. This allows their populations to flourish and cause problems for homeowners and business owners.

Pest Evolution

How do insects and rodents in cities manage to adapt to changing ecosystems? Researchers have found that these species evolve over the years in ways that make them more suitable to living in these environments. The changes they undergo as a species make it easier for them to find food and shelter and to thrive. Unfortunately, that means they’re finding new ways to adapt to living near humans, even in the same buildings, which is leading to increased infestations.

Whether you live in the city or suburbs, pests can be a major problem. At Allison Pest Control, our pest control Monmouth NJ experts can eliminate rodents and insects from your home.

Welcome New Jersey’s Big Autumn Pest! Clover Mites are Out to Play… and Cause Chaos in Your Home.

During fall, you might notice tiny red specks moving around on your home’s exterior. These small red pests, known as clover mites, can become a nuisance as the weather cools off. Our Ocean County pest control professionals want you to know more about these fall pests.

Clover Mite Behavior

Clover mites tend to gather on building exteriors that get a lot of sunshine, since this helps them stay warm. In many cases, these pests are seen on the sides of buildings that face south, west or southwest. These bugs can end up getting inside your home by crawling through tiny gaps around windows and doors. You might see them moving around your home’s interior near your windows or on curtains.

Clover Mites as Pests

Clover mites are more of a nuisance than a bigger threat. They don’t spread disease or bite humans or pets. They also don’t cause damage to building exteriors or interiors as other pests do. However, they can infest buildings in large numbers, which can make them harder to eliminate. Getting help from professional pest control experts is the most effective way to deal with clover mite infestations during the fall months.

If clover mites invade your home this fall, you can depend on our Ocean County pest control professionals for help. Contact Allison Pest Control to learn more about our pest control services in Ocean and Monmouth Counties.

Get Help with Spiders in Your NJ Home or Business from Allison Pest Control!

Spiders are no strangers to most NJ homeowners. In fact, the state is home to around 39 species. Find out more about some common species of spiders that you might see in or around your home.

Common House Spider

This brown spider is sometimes mistaken for a “brown widow” thanks to its coloring, but it doesn’t have the same harmful bite. Common house spiders are often seen inside homes and commercial buildings.

Garden Spiders

Garden spiders are larger spiders that are typically black and yellow. These harmless spiders weave webs outside to catch insect pests, so you don’t usually need NJ pest control services to deal with them.

Zebra Jumper

This black and white spider has a striped pattern that resembles a zebra. Zebra jumpers can be seen leaping around near buildings and sometimes inside them.

Southern Black Widow

These spiders have black bodies with a red hourglass pattern on their abdomen. Their venomous bite makes them one of the more dangerous spiders to have around, although they’re shy and stay hidden most of the time.

Longbodied Cellar Spider

These long-legged spiders are usually found in basements, sheds and other dark areas, although you might see them on your ceilings as well.

If spiders have invaded your home, our NJ pest control services can get rid of them. Contact Allison Pest Control for more information on our services for NJ homeowners.